Working Group Members: Food Safety, BC Centre for Disease Control Air Quality, BC Centre for Disease Control Health Emergency Management, PHSA
|
|
- Milton Caldwell
- 8 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 Core Public Health Programs: Air Quality, Food Safety, Health Emergency Management and Food Security Working Group Members: Dr. David Patrick Larry Copeland Dr. Ray Copes John Lavery Anna Kirbyson, Alana Rauscher BC Centre for Disease Control Food Safety, BC Centre for Disease Control Air Quality, BC Centre for Disease Control Health Emergency Management, PHSA Food Security, PHSA Project Assistant, PHSA 1
2 Provincial Health Services Authority Core Public Health Programs: Air Quality, Food Safety, Health Emergency Management and Food Security 2007/08 Improvement Plan Consistent with the province s ongoing initiative to renew core public health programs, PHSA presents this summary document to communicate its role and its plans for core public health programs to the Ministry of Health and our regional health authority partners. Many details of PHSA s involvement in core public health programs remain to be determined due to: Early focus of the core public health renewal was on functions performed by regional health authorities (RHAs). Provincial-level and province-wide functions require further consultation between the Ministry of Health (MoH), RHAs and PHSA. The ministry has advised that their current target for defining these roles is September Defining PHSA s role with provincial-level and province-wide functions will be subject to significant consultation processes between PHSA and the RHAs and MoH. Adequate resources are needed for PHSA to fulfill their provincial level role and in order for PHSA to develop and implement improvement plans for each of the core programs. We look forward to working with our regional health authority partners and the Ministry of Health on further defining the provincial-level and PHSA s roles in the year ahead. PHSA has a unique structure and mandate. For example, the newly created Public and Population Health Community of Practice s role is promoting collaboration and coordination between PHSA Agencies on issues pertaining to prevention, promotion, protection. Over the following year, this committee will further enhance it s role in public and population health. Upon reviewing the core programs, strengths and roles were identified that were common to each of the four approved core programs (air quality, food safety, health emergency management and food security). Specifics of individual programs are described in the Appendix. Common strengths and roles identified include the following: PHSA provides expertise to the health authorities (HAs), other provincial agencies and the MoH PHSA plays a key role in educating and training regional health authority staff to foster capacity building within the RHAs PHSA has the capability to provide leadership and coordinating roles to address common issues, processes and challenges provincially, and PHSA recognizes the importance of preventive strategies and the population health approach. The planning context has been examined and PHSA has identified areas for improvement within PHSA s for all of the approved core programs. Within PHSA, there exists opportunities to coordinate activities at the agency-level into PHSA-wide benefits. Air Quality Although PHSA does not have an established air quality program, BC Centre of Disease Control (BCCDC) is participating in air quality activities and the strengths that currently exist include: Existing local, national and international networks of contacts in air pollution and health research Established linkages between BCCDC and air quality experts, policy makers, and field staff Potential capacity and interest within BCCDC to provide leadership in air quality 2
3 The following priority improvements were identified: Development of a PHSA Air Quality Program plan, including a plan for an information system Recruitment and training of new staff, and Development and implementation of an information system plan for air quality surveillance. Food Safety BCCDC provides leadership in developing strategies and programs which contribute to ensuring the safety of British Columbia s food supply. The BCCDC performs a number of different functions in achieving their objectives. The strengths identified for the food safety program include: Well established direct inspection programs for the areas of dairy and meat processing Risk based inspection program developed in cooperation with HAs Well established communication links and agreements with key stakeholders for areas of responsibility and interrelationships Established successes in developing provincial guidelines and best practices to enhance provincial implementation and consistency Established provincial agreement for emergency food recalls and seizures, and Substantial success in developing internationally recognized food handler education programs. The following food safety priority improvements identified are: Enhanced surveillance and data analyses resources plan Clarification of BCCDC role in directed research in food safety and adequate resources to fulfill that role, and Development of a Food Toxicology plan, including a business case on resource needs, for evaluation of hazardous chemical and toxic conditions in the food supply and for stakeholder consultation. Health Emergency Management The PHSA s Emergency Management Program is currently being developed. PHSA and its agencies are generally well prepared for emergencies but agencies and corporate plans are in various positions of development. The strengths for this area include: Executive support for the Emergency Management Program at PHSA Existing provincial body for coordination and planning Strong interest and support for emergency management across the health sector Strong culture of emergency management in some agencies with effective emergency plans in place, and experience responding to and recovering from emergencies Program is prepared for considerable growth and development, and successful accreditation of all agencies. The Health Emergency Management Program identified the following priority improvements: Develop a plan to integrate PHSA Health Emergency Management planning with provincial level initiatives. The plan should include a business case to secure additional resources. Develop a 5 year strategic plan, building on the strategic plan of the MoH Emergency Management Branch Develop and implement a Hazard, Risk, and Vulnerability (HRV) Assessment process to be consistently applied by all agencies and corporate services, and Develop or revise All-Hazard Emergency Plans and Business Continuity Plans across all agencies and corporate services, and train staff on these plans. Response Plans for influenza pandemic will be developed separately. 3
4 Food Security PHSA is supporting the Food Security program by coordinating the province s Community Food Action Initiative (CFAI), a multi-health authority initiative and developing food and beverage sale guidelines for PHSA facilities. The strengths for this area include: Established CFAI infrastructure for collaboration with the MoH and HAs to address implementation Established inter-sectoral CFAI advisory committee for strategic guidance on provincial issues CFAI evaluation in progress, and Alignment of PHSA Food Sales Guidelines with MoH development of vending machine sales guidelines. The food security priority improvements identified are: Define provincial level functions and PHSA s role in Food Security Core Program Identify and implement mechanisms for consultation and collaboration to develop plan for PHSA s role. The plan should include a business case for adequate resources, and Complete PHSA Food Sales Guidelines, submit for approval and develop implementation plan. The priority improvements identified for each of the four approved core programs are analyzed in PHSA s core public health programs improvement plan. In recognition of PHSA s unique role and structure, there will be internal performance reporting through the individual agencies to PHSA. For further information on core public health programs and PHSA s plans for improvement, please contact Lydia Drasic at
5 Core Public Health Programs Improvement Plan 2007/08 Common Element Analysis Outcomes/Objectives Performance Targets (Indicators) Timeline PHSA Lead COMMON ELEMENTS Elements identified are common to the following 4 approved core programs. Consultation mechanisms currently not in place to identify PHSA s role with provincial level and province-wide functions for the four approved programs. Identify and implement mechanisms for consultation with MoH and HAs to define PHSA s role with provincial level and province wide functions. PHSA s role in relation to provincial level and province-wide functions defined. Lydia Drasic, Director, Provincial Primary Health Care & Population Health Strategic Planning and PHSA Program Leads Program and Components Program Component Analysis Outcomes/Objectives Performance Targets (Indicators) Timeline PHSA Lead AIR QUALITY Air Quality Program for Indoor/Outdoor Air Air Quality Program Infrastructure Development of an Air Quality plan and program is required for PHSA/BCCDC. Current capacity is insufficient to recruit and train expert staff. Consult with MoH and RHAs to develop a PHSA Air Quality Program Plan based on the model program paper. Plan approved and implemented. Expert staff recruited and trained. Air Quality Program plan developed, approved and implemented. Staff recruited and trained. October 2008 Director, Environmental Health, BCCDC (once recruited) Information system to store and track data on air pollution levels in BC to be developed and integrated into Air Quality program. Information system for air pollution surveillance plan developed, approved and integrated into program. Information system plan developed and integrated into air quality program. Surveillance, Assessment and Intervention: Pending definition of PHSA s role with provincial level and province-wide functions. PHSA s role will be defined in consultation with MoH and RHAs. Outdoor Air Surveillance, Assessment and Intervention: Indoor Air Education and Public Awareness: Outdoor/Indoor Air FOOD SAFETY Food Premises Inspection Programs Computer-based data system recently updated. Achieved Achieved Achieved Development of Provincial Guidelines and Best Practices Food Seizures and Recalls Surveillance and Evaluation of Food Safety and Food Borne Illness (FBI) Directed Food Safety Research Pending definition of PHSA s role with provincial level and province-wide functions. PHSA s role will be defined in consultation with MoH and RHAs. Provincial Recall Manual recently revised with HAs and MoH. Existing surveillance and data analysis require updating and greater provincial integration to ensure comprehensive assessment of FBI outbreaks and associated impacts. PHSA/BCCDC role in directed food safety research currently not clarified. October 2008 Achieved Achieved Achieved Food safety and FBI data systems plan developed and integrated into BC s Public Health and Information Project (PHIP): Participate in BC s PHIP to ensure integration of systems. Role of PHSA/BCCDC in directed food safety research clarified in consultation with MoH. Food safety and FBI data systems plan developed and integrated into PHIP PHSA s role clarified. July 2007 Larry Copeland, Director, Food Protection Services, BC CDC Inadequate resources for new and additional qualifications, training and expertise to pursue food safety research. Food Safety Research plan for resources developed and approved. Increased staff qualifications through training and Food Safety Research plan developed and approved. # of staff with increased qualifications. March
6 education. Program and Components Program Component Analysis Outcomes/Objectives Performance Targets (Indicators) Timeline PHSA Lead Expanded expert resource into food toxicology Increased expert analysis and strategy development is required to mitigate chemical and toxic hazards in the food supply. Food toxicology plan developed and approved in consultation with newly created Division of Environmental Health to secure staffing resources. Food toxicology plan developed and approved. HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (EM) Provincial coordinating role for Health Emergency planning PHSA s plan for provincial coordination of health emergency planning is pending definition of PHSA s role with provincial level and province-wide functions. PHSA s role will be defined in consultation with MoH and RHAs. Comprehensive Emergency Management (EM) Plan, including: o Preparedness: Communication and Education Measures o Preparedness: Resource Management o Preparedness: Training and Exercising o Recovery Planning All agencies and corporate services require completed comprehensive EM Plans. Comprehensive EM Plan, including communication and education measures, resource management, training and exercising, and recovery planning, developed, approved and implemented Comprehensive EM Plan developed, approved and implemented consistently across PHSA. Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability (HRV) Analysis Mitigation Measures Preparedness: Emergency Response Plan HRV Assessment plans are required to ensure consistent approaches to HRV analysis within PHSA. Emergency Management programs updated to comprise of strategies to ensure consistent application of hazard risk reduction and mitigation planning. Agencies All-Hazard Emergency Response Plans are needed for: Operational plan for BCCDC Provincial plan for BC Renal Agency Completion of plan for BCCA Plans for BC Transplant Society, and PHSA Corporate Services HRV assessment process plan developed, approved and implemented across PHSA Corporate Services and Agencies. PHSA mitigation strategies based on HRV assessment findings developed and implemented. New or updated Emergency Response Plans in place for all PHSA Agencies and Corporate Services. HRV assessment program plan developed, approved and implemented. Mitigation strategies developed and implemented. Emergency Response Plans developed, approved and implemented. September 2008 Corporate Director of Emergency Management. PHSA FOOD SECURITY PHSA s role in Food Security Core Program Food Policy Framework Food Security Programs and Services Food Security Promotion and Public Awareness Surveillance, Monitoring and Evaluation of Food Security Business Continuity Plans for all PHSA Agencies and Corporate Services are to be developed in consultation with Emergency Response Plans. Mechanisms for consultation and collaboration need to be identified in order to define PHSA s role in Food Security. Food Policies and Guidelines, including vending machines and kiosks, are to be developed for PHSA Agencies and Corporate Services. Business Continuity Plans for all PHSA Agencies and Corporate Services developed and approved. In consultation with MoH and RHAs: Mechanism for consultation and collaboration identified, and PHSA s role in the Food Security Core Program defined. PHSA Food Sales Guidelines and implementation plan developed and approved. Business Continuity Plans developed and approved. Mechanism identified and PHSA s provincial role defined. PHSA Food Sales Guidelines and implementation plan developed. Pending definition of PHSA s role with provincial level and province-wide functions. PHSA s role will be defined in consultation with MoH and RHAs. Community Food Action Initiative (CFAI) evaluation framework to assess the impact and effectiveness of CFAI programs and services in progress. CFAI Evaluation completed. CFAI evaluation framework and plan developed and implemented. March 2009 October 2008 March 2009 Lydia Drasic, Director, Provincial Primary Health Care & Population Health Strategic Planning 6
7 Appendix Air Quality Core Program Air quality issues encompass a wide range of air pollutants, created from many different sources. These can have a significant health impact depending upon their characteristics and levels of concentration, the local conditions, and the health status of individuals. Activity surveys show that the typical Canadian spends over 90% of their time indoors, breathing indoor air. Despite this, relatively little attention is directed to reducing risks to health in the indoor environment. The Public Health core program in Air deals largely with identification and reduction of harmful exposures from air pollutants in the indoor environment and response to complaints. Control of outdoor air pollutants is largely addressed through environment ministries and departments. The model core program paper for air quality identified the following program components: Contributing to the surveillance and monitoring of air quality, including trend analysis and assessment of public health reports Identifying key air pollutants and sources (including new products), and assessing/prioritizing their public health impact Identifying and implementing, with partners and stakeholders, effective interventions, and Educational and awareness initiatives. PHSA/BCCDC Air Quality Program Description Currently, no program is in place for air quality within PHSA, or at the provincial level. Food Safety Core Program Food safety is an essential Core Public Health Program encompassing the key areas of regulation and inspection, illness investigation, food seizure and recalls, education, research and surveillance. Food borne illness can affect large numbers of people with significant costs to society. However, foodborne illnesses and outbreaks are largely preventable with appropriate education and sound public policies and programs. The model core program paper for food safety identified the following program components: A Food Premises Inspection Program Food borne Illness Investigations, Food Seizures and Recalls Food Safety Education, and Surveillance and Evaluation of Food Safety. PHSA/BCCDC Food Safety Program Description BCCDC provides leadership in developing strategies and programs which contribute to ensuring the safety of British Columbia s food supply. The BCCDC performs a number of different functions in achieving their objectives. For example: BCCDC provides direct prevention and inspection services to the provincially licensed dairy and meat processing industries, and 7
8 For all other food sectors PHSA acts in a consultative and resource capacity to key stakeholders, including MoH, regional health authorities, other government departments, academia, the public and the food industry. In these capacities BCCDC can directly control some factors affecting food safety, influence outcomes in others and in some cases only respond to issues. Health Emergency Management Core Program The term emergency management or disaster management is associated with the needs that are created from harmful events that have wide-scale impact on a community. Emergency management involves ongoing efforts by an organization to prevent, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from any kind of emergency. Health emergency management encompasses both emergencies and disasters which impact the health of the population or the health sector. The model core program paper for health emergency management identified the following program components: Surveillance of health risks and vulnerability Conduct hazard, risk and vulnerability analysis Minimize potential health emergencies through risk reduction and mitigation measures Prepare for emergencies and disasters through coordinated emergency response plans and business continuity plans, and Respond to, and recovery from, health emergencies and disasters. PHSA s Health Emergency Management Program Description The PHSA s Emergency Management (EM) Program is currently being developed. The primary focus of PHSA s EM program is to provide maximum safety and protection for patients, visitors, staff, students, contract workers and volunteers during and immediately following times of major emergency and disaster through the application of emergency management best practices. PHSA Agencies and PHSA Corporate Services EM programs are all at various stages, with some having established programs, while others are earlier in the development process. An EM Policy is being developed that will provide overall guidance to the PHSA EM Program and will clarify roles and responsibilities of PHSA Corporate Services and Agencies. The agencies at PHSA have been accredited by the Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation (CCHSA), which requires Emergency Management Programs that are consistent with the model core program. In addition to CCHSA, there are a number of drivers for the PHSA Emergency Management Program beyond the Model Core Programs process. These include the National Framework for Health Emergency Management, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1600, the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Standard on Emergency Management and Business Continuity Programs. There is an emerging expectation from the MoH, that beyond meeting our own corporate EM Management needs, PHSA EM should provide support to all regions for planning around health emergencies at a provincial level. Food Security Core Program Although food security is a concern for many sectors, the focus of this core program is on those elements that are within the mandate, and within the influence, of the Ministry of Health and the health authorities. The working definition used is, Community food security exists when all citizens obtain a safe, personally acceptable, 8
9 nutritious diet through a sustainable food system that maximizes healthy choices, community self-reliance and equal access for everyone 1. The model core program paper for food security identified the following program components: A comprehensive food policy framework that supports strategic planning, based on identifying population needs, and the existing resources and services in communities An appropriate array of food security programs and services Promotion and public awareness initiatives, targeted to both staff and the public, and Surveillance, monitoring and evaluation of food security programs. PHSA Food Security Program Description PHSA s role is not clearly defined for this core program. However, PHSA currently has the following two initiatives that support the food security program components: Community Food Action Initiative (CFAI) and has the goals of increasing awareness about food security, access to local healthy food, food knowledge and skills, community capacity to address local food security and the development and use of policy that support community food security. PHSA s role includes supporting the health authorities in their implementation, coordinating CFAI at the provincial level and evaluating CFAI in collaboration with the health authorities. PHSA Food Sales Guidelines currently being drafted and having a goal of making healthy choices easier through food sales in vending machines and kiosks. 1 Bellows, A. and Hamm, M. (2003). Critical Public Health, Vol.13, No.2,
CORE PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS: Air Quality, Food Safety, Health Emergency Management and Food Security 2007-08 PROGRESS UPDATE.
CORE PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS: Air Quality, Food Safety, Health Emergency Management and Food Security 200708 PROGRESS UPDATE 31, Working Group Members: Larry Copeland Ray Copes Doreen Myers Lydia Drasic
More informationCase Study: Population and Public Health Program of the BC Provincial Health Services Authority i
Case Study: Population and Public Health Program of the BC Provincial Health Services Authority i Wayne Foster and Christopher Wilson. Originally published in Illustrations in Public Health of a More Collaborative
More informationModel Core Program Paper: Food Safety
Model Core Program Paper: BC Health Authorities Population Health and Wellness BC Ministry of Health March 2006 This Model Core Program Paper was prepared by a working group consisting of representatives
More informationVersion Date Comments / Changes 1.0 February 2008 Initial Policy Released 2.0 April 2013 Revised
Page 1 of 6 APPROVED (S) REVISED / REVIEWED SUMMARY Version Date Comments / Changes 1.0 Initial Policy Released 2.0 Revised POLICY Fraser Health is committed to providing a safe and secure environment.
More informationCore Functions and Capabilities. Laboratory Services
Core Functions and Capabilities British Columbia Centre for Disease Control Laboratory Services Understanding the role and value of British Columbia s public health laboratory in protecting our community
More informationGovernment of Alberta Department Consequence Management Plan
Government of Alberta Department Consequence Management Plan Alberta Emergency Management Agency January 1, 2008 Alberta Emergency Management Agency MANAGING DIRECTOR S PLAN APPROVAL This plan was developed
More informationFAO/WHO Regional Conference on Food Safety for the Americas and the Caribbean San José, Costa Rica, 6-9 December 2005
Agenda Item 5 Conference Room Document 13 FAO/WHO Regional Conference on Food Safety for the Americas and the Caribbean San José, Costa Rica, 6-9 December 2005 THE FOOD SAFETY REGULATORY SYSTEM IN CANADA
More informationDefinition of Foundational Public Health Services
Definition of Foundational Public Health Services FOUNDATIONAL CAPABILITIES A. Assessment (Surveillance and Epidemiology). The foundational definition of this capability includes: 1. Ability to collect
More informationPositionStatement EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE CNA POSITION
PositionStatement EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE CNA POSITION The nursing profession 1 plays an integral role in all aspects of emergencies, including mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
More informationModel Core Program Paper: Health Emergency Management
Model Core Program Paper: Health Emergency Management BC Health Authorities Population Health and Wellness BC Ministry of Health April 2006 This Model Core Program Paper was prepared by a working group
More information2008-11 BUSINESS PLAN
2008-11 BUSINESS PLAN FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES - NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER As Minister responsible for Fire and Emergency Services Newfoundland and Labrador (FES-NL), I am
More informationPublic Health Emergency Preparedness Protocol, 2015
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Protocol, 2015 Preamble The Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) are published by the Minister of Health and Long- Term Care under the authority of the Health Protection
More informationAcademic Health Sciences Network National Symposium. Ottawa, Ontario April 1st, 2015 Gavin CE Stuart MD Heather A Davidson PhD
Academic Health Sciences Network National Symposium Ottawa, Ontario April 1st, 2015 Gavin CE Stuart MD Heather A Davidson PhD 1 How much does context really matter in the integration of care, training
More informationThis engagement identifies 3 main challenges in the Act and broken out into the following discussion areas:
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL OKANAGAN RESPONSE TO: Prepared and Resilient, A discussion paper on the legislative framework for emergency management in British Columbia. The following comments have been
More informationCanadian Public Health Laboratory Network. Core Functions of Canadian Public Health Laboratories
Canadian Public Health Laboratory Network Core Functions of Canadian Public Health Laboratories Canadian Public Health Laboratory Network The CPHLN Core Functions of Canadian Public Health Laboratories
More informationEssential Functions of Public Health
Essential Functions of Public Health Prepared by Conference of Local Health Officials Standards Committee as an orientation to the Minimum Standards for Local Health Departments in Oregon Functions or
More informationChild Care Licensing Regulation. Information Package
Child Care Licensing Regulation Information Package CHILD CARE LICENSING REGULATION: AN INTRODUCTION The adoption of the new Child Care Licensing Regulation (CCLR) is an important milestone for community
More informationResponse by the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation
Introduction This response to The Office of the Auditor General of British Columbia was prepared by the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB), on behalf of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor
More informationPublic Health Association of BC
Public Health Association of BC CORE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES FOR PUBLIC HEALTH IN BC Final Report December, 2008 Funding Provided by: This publication was produced by PHABC with funding from the Public
More informationWorkers health: global plan of action
Workers health: global plan of action Sixtieth World Health Assembly 2 SIXTIETH WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY SIXTIETH WORLD HEALTH ASSEMBLY WHA60.26 Agenda item 12.13 23 May 2007 Workers health: global plan of
More information13 PROPOSED REGION OF YORK EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT BY-LAW
13 PROPOSED REGION OF YORK EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT BY-LAW The Finance and Administration Committee recommends the adoption of the recommendations contained in the following report, November 23, 2004, from
More informationModel Core Program Paper: Food Security Population and Public Health BC Ministry of Health
Model Core Program Paper: Population and Public Health BC Ministry of Health March 2014 (update from June 2006) This is a review of evidence and best practice that should be seen as a guide to understanding
More informationMedical Emergency Preparedness Plan
Medical Emergency Preparedness Plan Introduction The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) warn that the current risk from an influenza becoming the next human influenza
More informationOhio Homeland Security Strategic Plan 2013-2016
GOAL 1 Strengthen Ohio s intelligence and information sharing system for the detection and prevention of threats to public safety. Objective 1.1 Support continued development of the information sharing
More informationHealthy People First: Opportunities and Risks in Health System Transformation in Ontario
HL9.3 STAFF REPORT FOR ACTION Healthy People First: Opportunities and Risks in Health System Transformation in Ontario Date: January 11, 2016 To: From: Wards: Board of Health Medical Officer of Health
More information2013-14 Report on Plans and Priorities Additional Information for Sub-programs and Sub-sub-programs
2013-14 Report on Plans and Priorities Additional Information for Sub-programs and Sub-sub-programs Strategic Outcome: Protecting Canadians and empowering them to improve their health Program 1.1 Public
More informationSERVICE DELIVERY PROJECT
SERVICE DELIVERY PROJECT ATTENDANCE SUPPORT & STAFF WELLNESS INITIATIVE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AUGUST 2015 Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the Service Delivery Project? The Service Delivery Project
More informationFirst Nations Health Authority Health Partnerships
First Nations Health Authority Health Partnerships Government Partnerships FNHA has established positive operational working relationship with Health Canada and MOH to: Support and enable the work in
More informationPlanning for an Influenza Pandemic
Overview It is unlikely that a new pandemic influenza strain will first emerge within Elgin County. The World Health Organization (WHO) uses a series of six phases, as outlined below, of pandemic alert
More informationTraining & Certification. Environmental Health. Emergency Management. Public Health. Occupational Safety
Training & Certification Occupational Safety Environmental Health Emergency Management Public Health whoweare Cocciardi and Associates, Inc. is a leader in the safety, environmental, public health and
More informationPandemic Influenza Planning for Colleges and Universities
Pandemic Influenza Planning for Colleges and Universities Richard Hernandez, Dr.P.H., RRT Dean, Allied Health Sciences Trident Technical College Charleston, SC Colleges and Universities Pandemic Influenza
More informationEMERGENCY MANAGEMENT BRITISH COLUMBIA A STRATEGY TO ADVANCE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS OCTOBER 14, 2015
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT BRITISH COLUMBIA A STRATEGY TO ADVANCE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL AUTHORITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS OCTOBER 14, 2015 1 MESSAGE FROM THE ASSISTANT DEPUTY MINISTER I am pleased to introduce
More informationNew Brunswick Pandemic Influenza Plan
New Brunswick Pandemic Influenza Plan NEW BRUNSWICK PANDEMIC INFLUENZA PLANNING GUIDE FOR MUNICIPALITIES This appendix has been designed to facilitate the coordination between municipal and district EMO
More informationFederal Emergency Preparedness and Response System
Annex L Federal Emergency Preparedness and Response System Date of Latest Version: October 2006 Summary of Significant Changes: Reflects the establishment of the new department Public Safety and Emergency
More informationBritish Columbia Ministry of Education. Provincial Guidelines: Maintenance of Order under section 177 of the School Act
British Columbia Ministry of Education Provincial Guidelines: Maintenance of Order under section 177 of the School Act The purpose of this document is to provide guidelines for the development of procedures
More informationNova Scotia EMO. Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA) Model. Guidelines for Use. October, 2010
Nova Scotia EMO Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment (HRVA) Model Guidelines for Use October, 2010 EMO NS Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment Model Page 1 of 10 Table of Contents 1. Background 2. Definitions
More informationNursing Home Emergency Preparedness: A Comprehensive Citywide Approach in New York City. September 22, 2015, 1:00 PM EDT #DisasterLearning
Nursing Home Emergency Preparedness: A Comprehensive Citywide Approach in New York City September 22, 2015, 1:00 PM EDT #DisasterLearning Danielle Sollecito, LMSW Senior Program Manager of Long Term Care
More informationPandemic Preparedness Plan
Pandemic Preparedness Plan September 2007 Table of Contents Purpose 3 Relationship to Current Plans 4 Communication 4 Crisis Communication Plan 4 College Bridge Phone 5 Emergency Preparedness Website 5
More informationUniversity of Ottawa Pandemic Plan
University of Ottawa Pandemic Plan August 2009 Introduction A disease epidemic occurs when there are more cases of a disease than normal. A pandemic is a worldwide disease epidemic. A pandemic may occur
More informationFire Commissioner Office of the Fire Commissioner Emergency Management BC Ministry of Justice Victoria
Fire Commissioner Office of the Fire Commissioner Emergency Management BC Ministry of Justice Victoria The Office of the Fire Commissioner is mandated to minimize the loss of life and property from fire
More informationThe Role of Military Public Health and Healthcare Providers in National Bioterrorism Event Consequence Management
The Role of Military Public Health and Healthcare Providers in National Bioterrorism Event Consequence Management COL (Ret) Zygmunt F. Dembek, PhD, MS, MPH, LHD EpiMilitaris Conference Hotel Zamek Ryn
More informationPublic-Private Partnerships in Emergency Management. Victor L. Weeks CEPP Program Coordinator U.S. EPA Region 4
Public-Private Partnerships in Emergency Management Victor L. Weeks CEPP Program Coordinator U.S. EPA Region 4 Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) The International Association of Emergency Managers recognizes
More informationThe Massachusetts Sharps Injury Surveillance System evaluation. Characterizing injuries and illnesses among temporary agency workers
Occupational Health, Environmental Health Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Community Health and Prevention - Occupational Health Surveillance Program Boston, MA Assignment Description
More informationBC Community Health Atlas An interactive mapping tool for population health data
An interactive mapping tool for population health data Rita Zhang, MPH Epidemiologist Population & Public Health Program Provincial Health Services Authority Bob Nicholson, MA Business Analyst Strategic
More informationB.C. s Responsible Gambling Strategy and Three Year Plan (2011/12 2013/14)
Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch B.C. s Responsible Gambling Strategy and Three Year Plan (2011/12 2013/14) The majority of people play games of chance for fun and entertainment. A small percentage
More informationMCFD CONTRACTING FINANCIAL REPORTING AND MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR MINISTRY STAFF AND CONTRACTORS
MCFD CONTRACTING FINANCIAL REPORTING AND MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR MINISTRY STAFF AND CONTRACTORS Province of British Columbia 5/28/2013 2 P a g e Review and Endorsement Name Procurement and Contract
More informationCSA Z1600 Emergency Management and Business Continuity Programs
CSA Z1600 Emergency Management and Business Continuity Programs Presented by: John Lindsay, Brandon University Department of Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies and Z1600 Technical Committee member
More informationCommon Student Information System for Schools and School Boards. Project Summary
for Schools and School Boards May 2007 Table of Contents 1. Executive Summary...... 3 2. Project Background, Rationale, Benefits and Scope... 4 3. Procurement Process... 8 4. The Final Agreement. 10 5.
More informationSeniors BUSINESS PLAN 2015 18 ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT THE MINISTRY LINK TO GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA STRATEGIC DIRECTION STRATEGIC CONTEXT
Seniors BUSINESS PLAN 2015 18 ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT This business plan was prepared under my direction, taking into consideration the government s policy decisions as of October 15, 2015. original signed
More informationA Seat at the Table: Resource Guide for Local Governments to Promote Food Secure Communities
A Seat at the Table: Resource Guide for Local Governments to Promote Food Secure Communities How It Started In June 2008, the Provincial Health Services Authority, Union of BC Municipalities, and BC Healthy
More informationSupporting research & program evaluation, education & professional development and knowledge exchange in public health. Focus group Oct.
Supporting research & program evaluation, education & professional development and knowledge exchange in public health Focus group Oct. 5, 2010 Thank you To you for travelling and joining us at the planning
More informationAir Ambulance and Critical Care Transport Resource Allocation Action Plan. September 17, 2015
Air Ambulance and Critical Care Transport Resource Allocation Action Plan September 17, 2015 INTRODUCTION In September 2013, BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) contracted consultant Chris Nickerson to
More informationRecreational Water Protocol, 2016
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Recreational Water Protocol, 2016 Population and Public Health Division, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care May 2016 Preamble The Ontario Public Health Standards
More information2010-11 Annual Progress Update: Core Public Health Programs MARCH 2011
2010-11 Annual Progress Update: Core Public Health Programs MARCH 2011 2010-11 Annual Progress Update Core Public Health Programs Prepared for Lydia Drasic Interim Executive Director, Population Health
More informationSOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY COURSE SYLLABUS. Title of Course: Child Health, Safety and Nutrition New: Fall 2000
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY COURSE SYLLABUS Department of: Human Environmental Studies Course No.: CF124 Title of Course: Child Health, Safety and Nutrition New: Fall 2000 I. Catalog Description
More informationGovernance Guideline SEPTEMBER 2013 BC CREDIT UNIONS. www.fic.gov.bc.ca
Governance Guideline SEPTEMBER 2013 BC CREDIT UNIONS www.fic.gov.bc.ca INTRODUCTION The Financial Institutions Commission 1 (FICOM) holds the Board of Directors 2 (board) accountable for the stewardship
More informationReducing Inequities. A health system approach to chronic disease prevention. A Discussion Paper
Towards Reducing Health Inequities A health system approach to chronic disease prevention A Discussion Paper Towards Reducing Health Inequities Prepared By On Behalf of Acknowledgements Meredith Woermke,
More informationUCLA Policy 811: Environmental Health and Safety
UCLA Policy 811: Environmental Health and Safety Issuing Officer: Assistant Vice Chancellor, General Services Responsible Dept: Environment, Health & Safety Effective Date: September 5, 2007 Supersedes:
More informationNational Quality Standard Assessment and Rating Instrument
National Quality Assessment and Rating Instrument April 2012 Copyright The details of the relevant licence conditions are available on the Creative Commons website (accessible using the links provided)
More informationREPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA DISASTER MANAGEMENT AMENDMENT BILL
REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA DISASTER MANAGEMENT AMENDMENT BILL -------------------------------- (As introduced in the National Assembly (proposed section 76; explanatory summary of Bill published in Government
More information2 nd Draft FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY (As of April 10, 2006)
Task Force on Changing Structures: Discussion Paper on 2 nd Draft FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY (As of April 10, 2006) Vision To foster an internationally competitive interdisciplinary public health research
More informationRisk Assessment and Inspection of Facilities Protocol, 2016
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Risk Assessment and Inspection of Facilities Protocol, 2016 Population and Public Health Division, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care May 2016 Preamble The Ontario
More informationPOPULATION HEALTH PROMOTION APPROACH
February 2006 Towards a POPULATION HEALTH PROMOTION APPROACH A Framework and Recommendations for Action EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Population health is an approach to health that aims to improve the health of the
More informationPublic Health in Canada: A Difficult History
Public Health in Canada: A Difficult History COMMENTARY David L. Mowat, MBChB, MPH, FRCPC Deputy Chief Public Health Officer Public Health Practice and Regional Operations Public Health Agency of Canada
More informationReport on the Cross Government Review of Business Continuity Management Internal Audit & Advisory Services
Project No.: 500158 Report on the Cross Government Review of Business Continuity Management Internal Audit & Advisory Services Date of fieldwork completion: March 2007 Table of Contents Section Page No.
More informationRequest for Consulting Services For the Preparation of an International Marketing Strategy EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Request for Consulting Services For the Preparation of an International Marketing Strategy EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Abbotsford, Economic Development Department, is seeking a consultant to develop
More informationMedIT Strategic Plan. Mission: To support excellence in health education, research, and service with innovative and sustainable technology solutions.
MedIT Strategic Plan 2010 2013 Mission: To support excellence in health education, research, and service with innovative and sustainable technology solutions. The UBC Faculty of Medicine and MedIT work
More informationQUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Educators and
ENTRY-TO-PRACTICE COMPETENCIES AND STANDARDS FOR CANADIAN DENTAL HYGIENISTS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Educators and Administrators Canadian Dental Hygienists Association The ETPCS: Q&A attempts to anticipate
More informationToronto Public Health City Manager Recommended 2015 Operating Budget & 2015 2024 Capital Budget and Plan
Toronto Public Health City Manager Recommended 2015 Operating Budget & 2015 2024 Capital Budget and Plan Budget Committee Presentation January 26, 2015 Agenda 2015 2024 Staff Recommended Capital Budget
More informationIntel Business Continuity Practices
Intel Business Continuity Practices As a global corporation with locations and suppliers all over the world, Intel requires every designated Intel organization to embed business continuity as a core business
More informationBritish Columbia s Pandemic Influenza Response Plan (2012) Communication and Education Framework
British Columbia s Pandemic Influenza Response Plan (2012) Communication and Education Framework A STRATEGY TO GUIDE EFFECTIVE AND TIMELY COMMUNICATION FOR BC S HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE DURING A PANDEMIC
More informationEssential Components of Emergency Management Plans at Community Health Centers Crosswalk of Plan Elements
Plan Components Health centers will have an emergency management plan Plan and organization are NIMS compliant Bureau of Primary Health Care Policy Information Notice 2007-15 Plans and procedures for emergency
More informationGuidelines for Best Practices in Data Management Roles and Responsibilities
Guidelines for Best Practices in Data Management Roles and Responsibilities September 2010 Data Architecture Advisory Committee A subcommittee of Information Architecture & Standards Branch Table of Contents
More informationUCF Office of Emergency Management. 2013-2018 Strategic Plan
UCF Office of Emergency Management 2013-2018 Strategic Plan Table of Contents I. Introduction... 2 Purpose... 2 Overview... 3 Mission... 5 Vision... 5 II. Mandates... 6 III. Accomplishments and Challenges...
More informationThe Burden of Asbestos- Related Disease in British Columbia Final Workshop Report
The Burden of Asbestos- Related Disease in British Columbia Final Workshop Report May 14, 2010 - Vancouver, British Columbia THE BURDEN OF ASBESTOS-RELATED DISEASE IN BC: FINAL WORKSHOP REPORT This report
More informationProvide Appropriate Care: Ensure the right care is provided to the right patient with the right resource at the right time.
2 STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2018 Who We Are BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) is responsible for the delivery, coordination and governance of out-ofhospital emergency health services and inter-facility patient
More informationWestern Washington University Basic Plan 2013. A part of Western s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
2013 A part of Western s Record of Changes Change # Date Entered Description and Location of Change(s) Person making changes 2 1. PURPOSE, SCOPE, SITUATION OVERVIEW, ASSUMPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS A. PURPOSE
More informationPublic Service Commission Statement of Mandate
Public Service Commission Statement of Mandate 2014 2015 Inspired, client-focused professionals delivering innovative HR programs to advance employee engagement and the work of the Nova Scotia public service.
More informationFirst Nations Health Information Governance in Action: First Nations Inclusion in the BC Panorama Joint Stewardship Data Governance Model.
First Nations Health Information Governance in Action: First Nations Inclusion in the BC Panorama Joint Stewardship Data Governance Model June 2015 A helpful definition "First Nations Health Information
More informationClarkson University Environmental Health & Safety Program Overview
Clarkson University Environmental Health & Safety Program Overview Mission Clarkson University is committed to maintaining a safe living, learning, and working environment and to furnishing a workplace
More informationEmergency Management at the NEB What We Do, What We Expect Kent Lien Emergency Management Specialist Disaster Forum 2015
Emergency Management at the NEB What We Do, What We Expect Kent Lien Emergency Management Specialist Disaster Forum 2015 n Independent Federal Agency n NEB promotes: n Safety n Security n Environmental
More informationDr. Peter Sargious Medical Director of Chronic Disease with Alberta Health Services, Calgary, AB
On September 18 th, we held our webinar, the online Chronic Disease Self- Management Program A good choice for Canada? We weren t able to answer all the questions from attendees, so we asked our panelists
More information2015/16 2017/18 SERVICE PLAN
Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation 2015/16 2017/18 SERVICE PLAN February 2015 For more information on the British Columbia Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation, see Ministry
More informationCosta Rica Annual Report 2012
Costa Rica Report 2012 MAACR001 27 July 2013 This report covers the period 01 January 2012 to 31 December 2012. Psicosocial l support during the Nicoya earthquake/crc2012 Overview During the year 2012
More informationHealthy Families BC Communities Initiative. Vancouver Island Local Government Consultations Feedback Summary May 2012
Healthy Families BC Communities Initiative Vancouver Island Local Government Consultations Feedback Summary May 2012 Healthy Families BC Communities Initiative Vancouver Island Local Government Consultations
More informationCentral coast regional district integrated strategic plan 2015 2019
Central coast regional district integrated strategic plan 2015 2019 Adopted & Endorsed: March 12, 2015 FOREWORD The Central Coast Regional District is very appreciative and grateful for all participation,
More informationPublic Health System Training in Disaster Recovery (PH STriDR)
Public Health System Training in Disaster Recovery (PH STriDR) This work was supported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Cooperative Agreement 1U01TP000576-01 1 Disclaimer The views expressed
More informationYale New Haven Health System Center for Healthcare Solutions
Table of Contents Education and Training Yale New Haven Health System Center for Healthcare Solutions 2009-2010 Fall/Winter Course Guide TOPICS center@ynhh.org www.yalenewhavenhealth.org/healthcaresolutions
More informationComprehensive Emergency Management Education 604.528.5800 1.877.528.5591
Bachelor of Emergency & Security Management Studies prepare yourself and your team with the most accessible, customizable emergency management training from Canada s Leading Public Safety Educator Comprehensive
More informationHome Care and Hospice Emergency Preparedness
Home Care and Hospice Emergency Preparedness Is your Agency Prepared for an Emergency? Colleen Bayard PT, MPA, COS-C Director of Regulatory and Clinical Affairs Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts Suzanne
More informationCrosswalk of Model Standards and Key Points within the Three NPHPSP Instruments
Crosswalk of Model Standards and Key Points within the Three NPHPSP Instruments Essential Services 1. Monitor health status to identify community health problems. 1.1 Planning and 1.1.1 Surveillance and
More informationEmployee Safety Training
Employee Safety Training 55 C s C s of Workplace Safety Concern Consciousness Communication Commitment Common Sense Goals for Today s s Training Increase employees awareness regarding workplace safety
More informationClient information note Assessment process Management systems service outline
Client information note Assessment process Management systems service outline Overview The accreditation requirements define that there are four elements to the assessment process: assessment of the system
More informationEnsuring WHO s capacity to prepare for and respond to future large-scale and sustained outbreaks and emergencies
EXECUTIVE BOARD Special session on Ebola Provisional agenda item 3 EBSS/3/3 EXECUTIVE BOARD 136th session 9 January 2015 Provisional agenda item 9.4 Ensuring WHO s capacity to prepare for and respond to
More informationI. MISSION STATEMENT. Ensure a comprehensive public health and medical response following a disaster or emergency. SCOPE AND POLICIES
ESF 8 Public Health and Medical Services Coordinating Agency: Health Department Coordinating Agency Cooperating Agencies Health Department Fire and Rescue Department Police Department Office of the County
More informationA Framework for Core Functions In Public Health Resource Document
A Framework for Core Functions In Public Health Resource Document Population Health and Wellness Ministry of Health Services Province of British Columbia March 2005 Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction...
More information2014 Emergency Preparedness Executive Report: Accomplishments and Next Steps
Emergency Preparedness Executive Report: Accomplishments and Next Steps HOSPITAL PREPAREDNESS, THE NATIONAL HEALTH SECURITY STRATEGY AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCY In 2006, following Hurricane Katrina, the Pandemic
More informationJob Description. Summary. Job Duties. Industrial Hygiene & Title: Job Code: LAB-0P20A4 FLSA: EX. Safety Prof 4. Industrial Hygiene & Function:
Job Description Job Code: LAB-0P20A4 Function: Min: Summary Industrial Hygiene & Safety Prof $83,100 Title: Industrial Hygiene & Safety Prof 4 Family: Env Safety Health Mid: $111,700 FLSA: EX Category:
More informationThe Role of School Nurses in School Emergency Management Planning. Webinar December 14, 2010 3:30 pm EASTERN
The Role of School Nurses in School Emergency Management Planning Webinar December 14, 2010 3:30 pm EASTERN Introduction Objectives for this online learning experience Webinar instructions and Tips Introduction
More informationPandemic Preparedness Planning
Fachgespräch: Schutzziele im gesundheitlichen Bevölkerungsschutz und Gesundheitsziele BMI, Bonn, 25. Januar 2013 Pandemic Preparedness Planning Handlungserfordernisse bezogen auf Pandemie und MANI aus
More information